Editorial Review:

Amazon.com:
This tribute album doesn't go out of its way to cater to fans of Identikit late-'90s country stars; a surprisingly high percentage of these tracks succeed, thanks largely to an artist list that retains ties to Wynette's generation, whether musically or personally. Ex- husband George Jones writes a final chapter of his relationship with the star on a painfully dignified version of "Take Me to Your World" that ironically reverses the song's situation; here, it's the woman who's the barroom habitue, Jones the longsuffering spouse. Equally affecting is Rosanne Cash's "D-I-V-O-R-C-E," a typically wise-shaded performance. Less adventurous, but nearly as touching, is "'Til I Get It Right" by Trisha Yearwood. As is usual with such projects, though, the bad stuff is really bad--not least Elton John's schlocky reworking of "Stand By Your Man," which seems to miss the joke in a way that Lyle Lovett's 1989 recording didn't. --Rickey Wright

Rating: - great collection
What an awesome tribute to Tammy! Tammy was an incredible talent that left too soon. This collection of recordings is a perfect homage to her artistry. It shows you how much Tammy shaped other artists. There is not one bad recording here. Wynonna's recording is soulful and rich. Lorrie Morgan brings Tammy's spirit into her voice. Elton John's performance is super and reminds us how good music is universal. Faith Hill...wow!! Rosanne Cash is incredible as always. George Jones recording is touching ... Read More

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Rating: - A Tribute To Tammy
As I listened to this CD for the first time,I noticed how many of the women singers sound a lot like Tammy, notably Lorrie Morgan, Sara Evans, Faith Hill and Trisha Yearwood, an indication that she has had a wide influence on younger country singers. She of course was far more than a singer of country songs and should be included in a small group of elite women singers who touched the world with the sorrow in their own lives that became inseparable with their music: Edith Piaf, Judy Garland, and Billie ... Read More

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Rating: - SOME GOOD COVERS, SOME NOT.....
Let's begin with Track #1:

"Stand By Your Man" performed by Elton John. Having heard this once was enough for me. Elton John should never have attempted to cover Tammy's signature song. The production is way over-the-top and Elton John is defeated by the song in every way.

"Til I Get it Right" performed by Trisha Yearwood. Yearwood does an o.k. cover of one of Tammy's best loved ballads. But she brings nothing new to the song. What results is a nice, but rather draggy, ... Read More

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Rating: - A fine tribute that could have been better
This tribute album is dominated by country ladies who owe a debt of gratitude to Tammy for helping to open the doors of country music to female singers. There are some other singers here too, but their contribution is variable. The standout track is Brian Wilson (of the Beach boys) joining Tammy for a duet version of In my room, a Beach boys classic - it was the last recording Tammy ever made. George Jones does a great version of Take me to your world, but sings it as I'll take you to my world. Given his ... Read More

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Rating: - LA Times Reviewer Made An Oversight Here
If only the LA Times reviewer had actually "reviewed" this CD, he/she would have noted that ALL of the participants in this project were personal friends of Wynette. This was the first release by Evelyn Shriver as President of Asylum (a "first lady" in that field) and the "Star Power" that the LA Times was looking for completely missed the point of truthfully and sincerely "remembering" an artist. Get it, LA??? "Tammy Wynette...Remembered."
It's strange to think that Tammy's first release was a song ... Read More